Strategic Human Resource Management M.S.

Overview

The Master of Science in Strategic Human Resource Management Program at Saint Joseph's University supports professionals in their aspirations to differentiate themselves from their peers with a degree that delivers crucial skills in a variety of areas, including human resources, operations, sales, marketing, finance, production and customer service.

Recognized by SHRM

Offered within the Haub School of Business, which holds dual AACSB International accreditation, the M.S. in Strategic Human Resource Management Program is designed to transform you into a strategic partner within your profession. As a student, you will obtain technical competence in the HR field, gain experience in organizational development, and learn to help your businesses to better compete in the marketplace. The Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) has recognized the Master of Science in Strategic Human Resource Management Program for having its curriculum aligned with graduate education guidelines.

100% Online Program

For maximum flexibility, this program is offered 100% online and can be completed on a part-time basis giving students the opportunity to receive a graduate-level education, while gaining a competitive edge in their fields.

Curriculum and Courses

At a Glance

Length	Full time: 1-2 years Part time: 2-2.5 years
Format	Online
Credits and Courses	11 courses, 33 required credits
Weekly Schedule	Online: classes are normally offered in 8-week accelerated sessions, with most classes meeting “live” online one evening per week.
Profile of a Fellow Student	Full-time students in the program average 1-3 years of work experience. Part-time students in the program average 5-10 years of work experience. Students come from all academic and professional backgrounds and no work experience is required to begin the program.
Tuition & Fees	$1,107 per credit (2020-2021)
Housing Options	SJU has on and off campus housing options available for adult and graduate students.
Veterans	SJU is a yellow ribbon school that accepts GI education benefits. Our Office of Veterans Services can help you access and understand your benefits.
Graduate Assistantships	Graduate assistantships offer tuition remission and stipend. Positions are available, but highly competitive. Once you apply, please note that all offices manage their hiring individually and will contact individual candidates if interested.
Discount Eligibility	Alumni of Saint Joseph's are eligible to receive 10% off the cost of this program through our alumni discount. Completed a year or more of service with a recognized service organization? You may be eligible for our mission discount. Check with your employer to see if they are an Edcor or a Bright Horizons EdAssist member, which may entitle you to a discount on graduate programs. *note - discounts cannot be combined.

Leadership Stackable Certificate

With stackable certificates, Saint Joseph’s University now offers the opportunity to complete an MBA in as little as one year. If you are interested in pursuing a career that involves leadership, you now have the option to stack the MBA core certificate with the leadership certificate as well as one other certificate of your choosing.

The leadership certificate can also be completed as a standalone certificate independent of an MBA if you are interested in advancing your leadership knowledge. Whether you enroll in the leadership certificate on its own or stack it as part of the MBA, you will receive a certificate credential that can be added to your resume.

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Saint Joseph's MBA model is the first and only in Philadelphia to allow you to fully customize your experience. Our stackable, three-certificate model lets you choose two specializations in addition to a core MBA set of courses. Take them in any order, at your own pace, with the added flexibility of choosing online or on-campus options. Now enrolling for January 2021.

Human Resources Stackable Certificate

With stackable certificates, Saint Joseph’s University now offers the opportunity to complete an MBA in as little as one year. If you are interested in pursuing a future in human resources, you now have the option to stack the MBA core certificate with the human resources certificate as well as one other certificate of your choosing.

The human resources certificate can also be completed as a standalone certificate independent of an MBA if you are interested in advancing your human resources knowledge. Whether you enroll in the human resources certificate on its own or stack it as part of the MBA, you will receive a certificate credential that can be added to your resume.